Millton Libiamo Muscat 2021 from Millton Vineyard in Gisborne is a wild, skin‑contact Muscat à Petits Grains that trades in exotic perfume, texture and energy rather than simple sweetness, showing off that river‑cooled Riverpoint Vineyard site. This 2021 Millton Libiamo Muscat Blanc is hand‑harvested, fermented on skins for 119 days and bottled unfined and unfiltered for maximum character and “grown, not made” authenticity.

In the glass you’re looking at aromas of stone fruit, citrus pith and gentle cinnamon‑tinged spice carried on a salty, sea‑breeze lift, with hints of florals and musky grape skin. The palate is medium‑bodied and textural, coating the mouth with peach, apricot and citrus peel, wrapped in a soft, marshmallow‑like texture and a lightly chewy phenolic grip that keeps things dry, savoury and incredibly moreish. It’s cloudy, uncompromised and very much in the “glou‑glou but serious” skin‑contact camp.

Food‑wise, Millton Libiamo Muscat 2021 is magic with spiced Middle Eastern plates, tagines, aromatic curries, grilled halloumi, mezze and richly spiced vegetable dishes, where its perfume and gentle grip really sing. It’ll also go beautifully with soft cheeses, pâté, charcuterie and autumnal fare built on roasted pumpkin, root veg and pulses, giving you an adventurous orange‑style white that’s brilliant at the table yet dangerously easy to drink.